9TH RALLY EDITION: OCTOBER 10 – 19, 2024

#122

Team Rex Bronco

We met each other about 4 years ago and have since become neighbors and friends. We both have young kids that love to play together and two of them are in the same class at daycare. Our families both love to explore the outdoors and go camping. Tobi got started making sourdough when Cara gave her some of her sourdough starter and it has been a true friendship ever since.

Sponsored By:

Aquasource Drilling, Montana Elastomers, Northwest Ford Association, Throttle Down Kustoms, Warn Winch, & Gazelle Tents

Tobi Hlavnicka

Driver

I am a mother of three, a wife, a business owner, a runner, an avid reader, and a compulsive trip planner. My family and I love doing anything outdoors, we spend as much time as we can off-roading, camping, boating, hiking, running, kayaking, skiing, and anything we can to be outside together.

Occupation:

Business Owner

Residence:

Great Falls, MT

Favorite Quote:

“First you jump off the cliff and build your wings on the way down” - Ray Bradbury

Fun Fact:

I used to teach middle school language arts and now I own and manage a water well drilling company.

Why the Rebelle? Why now?

I’ve been following the Rebelle for years and have been so excited by the idea of challenging myself in a way that pushes you to become more independent and introspective. I was waiting for the perfect year to do the rally when I had extra time and when my kids didn’t need me as much, but then I decided that since there might never be a perfect time, to just jump in and do it now.

Who, or what, inspires you most?

I am constantly inspired by the strong women in my life. I come from a family with an emergency room doctor for a mother who has always pushed herself to be the best professionally and personally despite challenges and it is impossible to not be inspired by her and want to live up to her example.

Top three favorite podcasts / books / shows

Podcasts: The X Overland Podcast, This American Life, Who Smarted
Books: Louisiana Longshot, Harry Potter & the Goblet of Fire, Fahrenheit 451
Shows: Schitt’s Creek, Derry Girls, Gilmore Girls

Greatest adventure to date?

Spending a week in Costa Rica traveling around the country running a 15K race everyday with my husband.

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Caralina Carlson

Navigator

I am passionate about architecture and design while also finding solace in the outdoors. I enjoy growing a measly garden and baking sourdough bread, all while cherishing the everyday moments with my husband and two daughters.

Occupation:

Architect

Residence:

Great Falls, MT

Favorite Quote:

“Perhaps at a certain perspective what we leave behind is often wonderland, always different from what it was and generally more beautiful” - Norman Maclean

Fun Fact:

I gave myself my first black eye when ice climbing with my husband.

Why the Rebelle? Why now?

Tobi asked, and I couldn't say no to this new exciting adventure.

Who, or what, inspires you most?

Becoming a role model for my two young daughters

Top three favorite podcasts / books / shows

Podcast: Honestly | The Carpool | Petty Crimes
Books: The Nightingale | The Simple Wild | A Court of Mist and Fury
Shows: The Terminal List | Younger | The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel

Greatest adventure to date?

Traveling abroad in Europe during college

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Vehicle

2023 Ford Bronco Badlands Sasquatch